Preventing Falls in the Geriatric Population

Falls are all too common in the geriatric population, and they have
devastating consequences. A person who falls may subsequently experience pain, hospitalization, surgical intervention, admission to a nursing home, decreased overall functional ability, poorer quality
of life, or a fear of falling. Given the devastating effects falls have
on patients and the increased burden on family members and the health care system, screening and assessment for fall risk are
paramount priorities. With each fall that is prevented, the patient,
their family members, the health care team, and the health care system all benefit.